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The 36 Group

Crime

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Our team prides itself on its unwavering commitment over many years to criminal work.

We have a team of over 50 expert criminal law practitioners who have extensive experience in the criminal courts at all levels of seniority, enabling them to offer a depth of expertise across the full spectrum of criminal offences. The breadth of the team allows for the ability to draw on the requisite experience and knowledge for each case and to tailor it to the needs and demands of individual clients.

Our practitioners have a resolute commitment to provide advice and representation of the highest calibre coupled with advocacy that is frequently recognised by the judiciary, solicitors and clients to be of the very highest quality.

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Crime - Midlands (Bar)

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

36 Crime is a London-based chambers with a strong presence in the Midlands with a "variety of very experienced members." Areas of expertise for the set's tenants include serious and violent crimes, such as sexual offences and murders. The team is also well regarded for its handling of cybercrime, organised crime and drug trafficking cases. Recent cases for the set have included R v Marriott, arising out of the stabbing of a father by son.

Michelle Simpson is the criminal practice manager.

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Strengths

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  • 36 Crime has a talented clerking team, who are able to recommend and provide counsel at all levels for the most serious and complex cases.

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  • 36 Crime clerks provide a friendly and efficient service.

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  • 36 Crime clerking is good.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • John Lloyd-Jones
    John Lloyd-Jones

    John Lloyd-Jones

    John Lloyd-Jones KC is a trusted silk who frequently handles heavyweight criminal cases. He offers expertise in matters concerning fraud, cybercrime and homicide.

    • John Lloyd-Jones was impeccably prepared throughout, and handled emotionally fraught conferences with the client with aplomb. His advocacy before the judge was powerful.

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    • John is tactically very astute.

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  • Sarah Knight
    Sarah Knight

    Sarah Knight

    Sarah Knight is an experienced criminal barrister and a Grade 4 prosecutor who is well versed in serious criminal matters. She offers particular expertise in homicide and child sex abuse cases, and is regularly instructed in cases involving vulnerable witnesses.

    • Sarah Knight has a very gentle manner with a core of steel.

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    • Sarah Knight is a very experienced senior junior.

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    • Sarah is excellent.

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  • Claire Fraser
    Claire Fraser

    Claire Fraser

    Claire Fraser is a well-respected junior who accepts instructions both prosecuting and defending. She is experienced in a range of different criminal matters including homicide, serious organised crime, among a range of other offences.

    • Claire Fraser is very approachable and gives a lot of time to the client.

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    • Claire Fraser is very good. She is really personable, good with witnesses, and stands her ground.

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  • Lisa Hardy
    Lisa Hardy

    Lisa Hardy

    Lisa Hardy is a highly capable and skilled barrister who is developing a strong practice in the criminal law space. She frequently appears in complex matters concerning organised crime and homicide.

    • Lisa Hardy fights tooth and nail.

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  • Nadia Silver
    Nadia Silver

    Nadia Silver

    Nadia Silver is noted for her expertise in serious criminal cases, including those involving modern slavery, drug trafficking and violence. She predominantly acts for the prosecution, and is also experienced in the handling of regulatory criminal cases such as large-scale frauds.

    • Nadia Silver has a real level of sympathy and can see a case for what it is.

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    • In court, Nadia Silver is a force to be reckoned with, regularly securing excellent results for her clients.

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  • Arthur Kendrick
    Arthur Kendrick

    Arthur Kendrick

    Arthur Kendrick is a well-regarded junior who acts for both the prosecution and the defence. He accepts instructions for a range of criminal matters, including serious violence, homicide and human trafficking.

    • Arthur Kendrick is very good. He is clever and good on his feet.

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    • The level of work and detail he brings is impressive.

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    • Arthur Kendrick is super keen and bright.

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